Mercy

It's interesting how God reminds me of Him as I interact with other people. I do enjoy watching, listening and learning from other people. True character is revealed when least expected!


I have seen time and time again that just saying everything is great all the time isn't always best! I don't think you should wear all your trials on your sleeves and have a negative attitude but realize that some things are necessary for growth. Having people around you who God put in your life as a friend or mentor is important. I have personally experienced people in my life who have said in these paraphrased words; trials and hardships are weakness in your faith, you are doing something wrong if you are faced with trials especially if you discuss it then you must be a negative person.

How can someone be so bold to make those kinds of statements? The plan facts of a situation doesn't make you a negative person. It makes me sad for people who are in a hard situation to be faced with that kind of judgement. Doesn't God's word say it's what you do with the situation that builds your character and it's not for others to judge anyway.

"Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait till the Lord comes. he will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men's hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God." 1 Corinthians 4:5

God has shown me how to have a balance when faced with a trial. When others are faced with a trial to look at it unselfishly and not judge them for how they react. Also to remember to be careful with the "perfect positive judgemental people" to not judge them in return but give mercy and grace! "God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble" 1 Peter 5:5


I was reminded by someone wise that trials build character and make us stronger and we should ask God to teach us how to pray! "Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." James 1:2-4


Trials in circumstances make us stronger! Be careful to be merciful and not judgemental. I am thankful God gives mercy and grace!